10 Pet-Related Movies That Every Animal Lover Needs to See

by Erica Banas

Love animals? Here are 10 of, in our opinion, some of the best pet-related films of all time. Some are family-friendly while others are just for adults! Check out the list and maybe one can be added to an upcoming movie marathon!

1. Milo and Otis

Two unusual friends, a cat and a dog, find themselves separated from their families after being too curious. This is a cute family friendly film that is perfect for kids of all ages. It may make you even tear up at some parts…so bring your tissues!

"Milo and Otis start life together on a farm and spend their days exploring the barnyard and the surrounding countryside. One day, the little feline is swept down a rushing river and Otis takes off in pursuit to rescue his friend, thus beginning a series of adventures." This is for entertainment purposes only.

2. Homeward Bound

Two dogs and a cat escape from their ranch in California in order to find their owners. Their journey will warm your heart and make you want to snuggle up to your furry best friend.

This thrilling and thoroughly captivating hit has become an instant favorite with audiences of all ages. You'll lose your heart to Chance, a fun-loving American bulldog pup, Sassy, a hilarious Himalayan cat who lives up to her name, and Shadow, a wise old golden retriever -- all of whom express themselves with very familiar human voices!

3. Finding Nemo

We are sure that most of you reading this list have already seen this movie. If not, where have you been for the last fourteen years?! Just like the first two movies on this list, Finding Nemo will take you on a journey all the way to Sydney, Australia! From the hilarious one-liners to Ellen DeGeneres’ voice, we cannot get enough of this movie!

Directed by Andrew Stanton, Lee Unkrich. With Albert Brooks, Ellen DeGeneres, Alexander Gould, Willem Dafoe. After his son is captured in the Great Barrier Reef and taken to Sydney, a timid clownfish sets out on a journey to bring him home.

4. Stuart Little

Based on the children’s novel by E.B. White, Stuart Little follows a family who adopts a young mouse. The movie has a long list of A-list celebrities, including Hugh Laurie, Geena Davis, Michael J. Fox, and Nathan Lane. Both parents and children will appreciate this classic tale.

Join the fun when the Little family adopts an adorably spunky boy named Stuart (Michael J. Fox), who looks a lot like a mouse. Mr. and Mrs. Little (Hugh Laurie and Geena Davis) fall in love with Stuart right away, but their older son, George (Jonathan Lipnicki), isn't so sure.

5. Babe

Here is definitely another film that will make you cry! A pig is raised by sheepdogs after being rescued from being eaten at Christmas dinner. You may want to become a vegetarian after watching this film!

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7. John Wick

A man goes on a killing spree because a group of thugs killed his dog. It may sound insane, but would not be too far off if something like that happened to us. Love the first one? Continue the journey with the sequel!

Don't set him off. Starring Keanu Reeves, Willem Dafoe, Adrianne Palicki, Michael Nyqvist, Alfie Allen, Lance Reddick, and Dean Winters. #JohnWick http://www.Facebook.com/JohnWickMovie http://www.Twitter.com/JohnWickMovie http://JohnWickTheMovie.com An ex-hitman comes out of retirement to track down the gangsters that took everything from him.

8. Gorillas in the Mist

The true story of Dian Fossey, a scientist who traveled to Africa to save the vanishing mountain gorilla population. You will certainly fall in love with her story and passion for these beautiful creatures.

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9. Hachi: A Dog’s Tale

Starring Richard Gere, this movie follows a college professor as he adopts an abandoned dog. Yes, we are already crying while reading the movie synopsis.

A college professor takes in a dog he finds abandoned, and both find their lives changed forever as they form an unbreakable bond. Based on the true story of Hachiko, an Akita dog in 1920s Japan remembered for his remarkable loyalty to his master.

10. War Horse

We are sure you have heard of this film. This 2011 Oscar winner follows the story of a young man who is enlisted in World War I because his horse is sold into the calvary.

DreamWorks Pictures' "War Horse," director Steven Spielberg's epic adventure, is a tale of loyalty, hope and tenacity set against a sweeping canvas of rural England and Europe during the First World War. "War Horse" begins with the remarkable friendship between a horse named Joey and a young man called Albert, who tames and trains him.

Sarah Harley is a Hufflepuff living in NYC. When she is not traveling or talking to random animals, she is working as a script writer. Tweet her at @lumpyspacederp